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How to pronounce belt
Say it like this: /ˈbɛlt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does belt mean?
nounA band worn around the waist to hold clothing to one's body (usually pants), hold weapons (such as a gun or sword), or serve as a decorative piece of clothing.
“As part of the act, the fat clown's belt broke, causing his pants to fall down.”
A band used as a restraint for safety purposes, such as a seat belt.
“Keep your belt fastened; this is going to be quite a bumpy ride.”
A band that is used in a machine to help transfer motion or power.
“The motor had a single belt that snaked its way back and forth around a variety of wheels.”
verbTo fasten a belt on; to encircle with a belt.
“Edgar belted himself in and turned the car's ignition.”
To encircle; to surround.
“The small town was belted by cornfields in all directions.”
To invest (a person) with a belt as part of a formal ceremony such as knighthood.
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